08.08.2018.

Vivo Freedom Carnival Sale Kicks Off With Vivo V9

Starting off with the flash sales, the Vivo Nex and Vivo V9 smartphones will be available for an astonishing price of just Rs. 1,947 at exactly 12pm on all three days of the sale. However, stocks will expectedly be limited and consider yourself lucky if you manage to get your hands on one. The Vivo Nex currently retails for Rs. 44,990 and the Vivo V9 has a price tag of Rs. 20,990.

As part of the flash sales, Vivo's XE100 earphones, Vivo USB cable, and Vivo's XE680 earphones will be available at a price of Rs. 72 each, at 12pm on August 7, 8, and 9.

In terms of exclusive discounts, the Vivo Y66 will be available at a price of Rs. 8,990, the Vivo Y55s is being sold for Rs. 8,490, while the Vivo Y69 can be bought for as low as Rs. 9,990. Several other Vivo smartphones including the V9 Youth, Y83, and Y71 are also available with exclusive discounts and bundled offers.

Registered users can grab coupons to get additional discounts on certain smartphones and accessories. For instance, a Rs. 3,000 discount coupon is valid on purchase of the Vivo V7+, a Rs. 2,000 discount coupon is valid on purchase of Vivo V7, Rs. 150 coupon can be availed on purchase of premium earphones, and Rs. 50 off is applicable on basic USB cables and earphones.

Lastly, a Spin and Win contest is also live on Vivo's e-store wherein users can win Rs. 500 coupons, Rs. 1,000 coupons, and BookMyShow coupons worth Rs. 500. However, you will need to be logged in to participate in Spin and Win.

07.08.2018.

Google Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL Launch Reportedly Set for October 4

After some initial rumours and leaks, Google has now reportedly confirmed the launch date of the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. It is said that the company has confirmed to YouTube influencers in Canada that the new Pixel family will debut on October 4. This is notably the same date on which the search giant brought the previous Pixel models - since the launch of the original Pixel back in 2016. The latest revelation comes days after the Pixel 3 XL surfaced on a Geekbench listing that confirmed the presence of a Snapdragon 845 SoC and Android P out-of-the-box.

As first spotted by YouTuber Brandon of This Is Tech Today, Google accidentally slipped the launch date of the Pixel 3 through a campaign posted on its YouTube-specific influencer xafsing platform Famebit. The campaign was aimed to receive participation from Canadian content creators who are not using any Google Pixel handsets but are willing to switch to the Pixel 3. The description of the campaign shared by the YouTuber showed that the launch of the Pixel 3 is set for October 4. "The Pixel 3 phone is launching October 4th, 2018. Looking for Canadian creators only," reads the description.

Folks at Android Police separately verified the existence of the Pixel 3 campaign on Famebit. However, it is unclear whether it is listed formally by Google or through a third-party source, just to create some buzz around the upcoming handsets.

Having said that, if we look back at the previous launches, Google has a two-year-long history of bringing its new Pixel models on October 4. The company at its 2016 Pixel launch even brought the Pixelbook and Google Home Mini and Google Home Max speakers alongside the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XLhandsets.

If we believe the recently surfaced Geekbench listing, the Pixel 3 XL will come with a Snapdragon 845 SoC, coupled with 4GB of RAM, and run Android P out-of-the-box. The Pixel 3 is also likely to have identical hardware and software combination, though in a smaller package and with a cheaper price than the massive Pixel 3 XL. It is rumoured that the Pixel 3 will come with a 5.4-inch display, while the Pixel 3 XL will have a 6.3-inch display. The Pixel 3 is also claimed to measure 145.6x68.2x7.9mm, whereas the Pixel 3 XL lately tipped to have dimensions of 158x76.6x7.9mm. Furthermore, the new Pixel models are likely to come with a display notch and single rear camera sensors. It is speculated that Google will also offer wireless charging support on the upcoming Pixel handsets and will offer a dedicated wireless dock at the launch.

31.07.2018.

Expand Your Cell Phone Expertise With These Tips

Probably everyone you know owns a cell phone, even the older folks in your circle of family and friends. But, to make a truly smart decision when it comes time to buy, it is important to gain a bit of information in advance. The article below is meant to serve as a terrific resource.

Be careful watching YouTube with an LTE or 4G signal. Most plans only allow you a certain amount of data transfer every month. Video eats up this allowance quickly, which can result in higher cellphone charges. If overages are a common occurrence for you, then you need to rethink your plan.

If your cell phone battery dies rather quickly, you may want to look toward your apps. When an app is running, it uses some of your battery. If you are not using an app, be sure to close it. This way, you do not have to worry about a dead battery.

Don't forget to turn off your smart phone every once and a while. You wouldn't just leave your home computer on all of the time without an occasional restart. Smart phones are more sophisticated than phones of the past. With all their apps and various programs, they need to be restarted on occasion.

Smartphones are not as fast when they get older. This will make it increasingly difficult to download apps or update your operating system. Many times, you will need to make a decision. Your choices are typically going to be sticking with what you know, or moving up to a newer make and model.

Look at all the stores in your area when you want to get a brand new cell phone. Spend some time testing the features of a variety of models. You have a better chance of getting you really like.

If you want to call someone and have the call go straight to voicemail without it ringing, you can use Slydial. This is a feature that eliminates the risk of someone answering your call. If a number has been calling you and you do not know who it is, this is a great service to employ.

Watch your battery power usage. Watching movies and videos drain your battery very quickly. So does listening to music. If you want to do these things with your phone, make certain that you have an unlimited data plan and always keep a charger nearby. This helps to ensure that you do not lose service.

Try to recharge your phone before it is completely dead. Batteries on cell phones are designed so that they can be periodically recharged. The don't charge as well if you let the battery drain completely before recharging it. Charge your cell phone before it gets under 10%.

You do not have optical zoom on the camera on your phone. If you want to get a close-up shot, you have to move in close to your target. There are lenses that you could purchase that could fit in your smartphone that could allow you to zoom in.

Stay fit and in shape by using the timer and stopwatch on your phone. This feature usually shows your time to the hundredth, which will give you a quality reading on how fast or slow you ran a lap. There are usually archives that you can store your recent finishes in, which can give you a great basis for comparison.

Clean up the music that you do not want on your phone, as this will save a lot of memory. If you use iTunes, you can do this by going to your computer and deleting them from your music library. When you connect your phone, it will Sync up and delete the unneeded songs.

Don't get charmed by the shiniest and newest OPPO Find X hidden camera tear down on the block! It may be significant overkill for your cellphone needs. Instead, be realistic in how you tend to use cell phones and look for a phone and plan that will match it well. You and your bank account will be much happier for it.

You probably do not need to buy an extended warranty or insurance. Surveys indicate that only a small percentage of people buying a new cell phone did so because they broke the old one. Plus, warranties and insurance can be expensive. Instead, simply save your old phone as a backup.

Although you can take cell phones with you anywhere you go, don't use one when you're driving. Hands-free sets are convenient, but just the act of talking can distract you. The latest research suggests that it is also quite hazardous.

Be cautious of insurance and warranties. Insurance, while it can protect you, is rarely used or cost effective. The payments are ongoing every month and can add up by the time you are ready to trade up. Warranties, while not costly per month, add up and can have some restrictions on phone replacement that leave most people unhappy.

When you need to keep your battery powered up for as long as possible, turn off Bluetooth. If you don't plan to use any connective devices, such as an ear piece or keyboard, then it doesn't really need to be on. It uses power to search out devices nearby, even when you don't ask it to.

If you want your phone charge to last the longest, disable unused features. It's likely that your cell phone has Bluetooth, GPS, and WiFi. Most of the time, you will not need these features turned on. Sometimes, you may never need them. You can turn them off inside your phone's settings.

If you tend to have cell phone envy, you may want to consider a cell phone plan that allows you to upgrade annually. Most cell phone carriers have you on a two year agreement. Upgrading during that time will cost you an arm and a leg. But there are plans out now that let you break that cycle and upgrade as often as you want. Ask your carrier about it.

There can be little doubt about the important role cell phones now play in almost everyone's life. The process of shopping for a new phone can be daunting, but not if the advice found above is heeded. With any luck, you are now ready to hit the cell phone xafs and are ready to make a great pick.

18.07.2018.

Itel A62 With Face Unlock, Dual Camera Setup Launched in India

Transsion Holdings' mobile brand Itel has now launched the Itel A62 in India. Key features of the entry-level smartphone include dual rear camera setup, face unlock, Bokeh mode, multi-functional fingerprint sensor, and the Android 8.1 Oreo operating system on board. This comes after Itel Mobile launched three new smartphones in India - the Itel S42, A44, and A44 Pro - in March this year. The S42 is the most premium of the lot, but all three sport 18:9 displays, front flash modules, and 4G VoLTE connectivity.

Itel A62 price, design

The Itel A62 smartphone has been priced at Rs. 7,499, and is available in Black, Champagne, and Red colour options. It has visible chins on the top and bottom portions of the display, however there is no physical button present at the bottom of the display. At the back, the Itel A62 sports a vertically stacked dual camera setup, and a fingerprint scanner that sits in the centre. The Itel logo is embossed at the bottom rear end of the device.

Itel A62 specifications

The smartphone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo OS and sports a 5.65-inch HD+ IPS full-view display with 18:9 aspect ratio. The Itel A62 is powered by the MediaTek MT6739WA processor paired with 2GB of RAM. Internal storage is at 16GB with the option to expand further using a microSD card slot (up to 128GB).

Optics include a dual rear camera setup stacked vertically, with one main sensor at 13-megapixel and another VGA sensor. The main camera sports autofocus, and comes with modes like face beauty, portrait mode, bokeh mode, pano mode, and low-light mode. Front camera sensor is at 5-megapixel with flash support.

The Itel A62 packs a 3000mAh battery, and connectivity options include 4G VoLTE, USB OTG, and more. The smartphone supports Face Unlock and comes with a multi-functional fingerprint sensor for more security. The company promises a 100-days replacement warranty on the Itel A62.

Goldee Patnaik, Head of xxxing, itel Business Unit said in a statement, "Itel has always strived to democratise technology for the masses at best value. With increasing growth in mobile photography amongst youth fraternity, camera on a phone has seen maximum innovations and improvements. With this insight, we have launched our first dual rear camera smartphone - A62, with full screen and multiple value added features. We believe that itel A62 will provide an all-round smartphone experience, packed with exciting features like multi-functional fingerprint sensor, face unlock and a smart key for ease of use."

11.07.2018.

Google Android may not support WPS future

Google is reportedly ending support for Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) in Android P. WPS is essentially a protocol that enables a client Wi-Fi device to connect to a router using a PIN or a push-button. It was devised to be used as a secure and faster way to connect a router to wireless devices. However, in recent few years, loopholes have been discovered. Thus, it was found that it made users susceptible to hacking especially those on personal Wi-Fi. According to the latest reports, this method will not be available for Android P users are all.

Android P was first announced back in March 2018, and ever since then, functionality and features have been steadily announced by Alphabet-owned Google that also revealed Android P's functionality extensively at annual developer conference I/O 2018. However, for the first time, it has been noticed that Google is planning on removing the WPS support with the upcoming Android update. As per an Android Police report, some Google Issue Tracker users discovered the change in some strings related to WPS in Android that are now marked as 'deprecated', meaning it is no longer supported. This suggests that Google will possibly not bring back the feature once it releases Android P officially.

With previous versions of Android, for WPS connections users had to initiate it manually. However, with Android P the ability to initiate the connection is gone. As mentioned, users on the Google Issue Tracker had noticed that code strings related to WPS were deprecated. One of the strings suggesting the feature has been removed, reads like - "WPS support has been deprecated from Client mode and this method will immediately triggerWifiManager.WpsCallback.onFailed(int) with a generic error."

Since WPS has been seen as a security issue for a long time, Google removing the feature at OS-level is not surprising. However, the technology giant has not provided any official details on the move.

09.07.2018.

iPhone 8 is beating Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus in total xafs share

It also did better than the iPhone X by reaching a 2.4% xafs share and bouncing back from lower sales back in April, according to a data from Counterpoint Research. This boost in sales is attributed to smart advertising in Europe, namely Apple’s recent “How to shoot on iPhone” ads, which led up to the start of the World Cup last month.

In fact, all three current iPhones are sitting in the top five, according to the numbers from May, the latest sales data available. The iPhone X is in third place, with 2.3% of the xafs share, and the iPhone 8 Plus is in fifth place at 2.1%.

Reading the numbers

The Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 sales figures have been seen as disappointing, even though both phones are still showing overall strong numbers. The S9 Plus only slipped to second place, essentially tied with the iPhone 8 at a 2.4% xafs share. The problem is the S9 phones are much newer, so it’s odd that they’re not performing better.

Samsung warned investors about slowing sales of flagship phones in April after its Q1 earnings call, so these results only reflect that truth.

However, we are expecting the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 later this year, and that should inject some sales into Samsung’s lineup – but thats when there will be a new line of iPhones on the xafs.

One of the biggest takeaways from this report might be a bit subtle – Chinese manufacturers like Huawei, Xiaomi and Oppo are taking more of the xafs share than ever before, and that’s surely part of the reason behind the Galaxy S9’s slowed sales. The Xiaomi Redmi 5A sat right behind the iPhone X in May, enjoying 2.2% of the xafs share.

22.06.2018.

Everything you may know about the Apple Watch 4

WatchOS 5, unveiled at Apple's WWDC developer conference in San Jose, brings a number of fitness improvements to the table, an instant watch-to-watch walkie talkie mode, support for podcasts, and an ability to play audio from third party apps on the go.

This is what we think we know so far about the next Apple Watch, and what it might feature. We'll keep updating this with the latest rumors and reports.

Likely release date: September

Apple's last few iPhone events have all fallen around the week or two after Labor Day, and the Apple Watch has appeared alongside the iPhone the last two years. The Apple Watch Series 2 and Series 3 became available a week after both events, and it's a good bet Apple will continue the trend.

Price? Expect more of the same

The Apple Watch has dropped a bit in price over the last few years, but the Apple Watch Series 3 starts at $329 (£329/AU$459), which seems like a logical territory for a next-gen model. A cellular version, just like Series 3, would cost more.

A bigger display

A spring report by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo (who's had a great track record on Apple rumors) says the next Apple Watch will have a 15% larger display. The existing Apple Watch models all have a fair amount of bezel that's kept hidden by the smartwatch's black borders and mostly black OLED readouts, but going for a more edge to edge look would make sense and open up more room for information and messages.

New solid-state, click-free buttons

Part of the next Apple Watch's slimmer size could be due to a redesign of the clickable side button and spinning clickable digital crown. A recent report from Fast Company says that these buttons will be solid-state, with a phantom haptic-enabled click sensation much like the iPhone 7 and iPhone 8 home buttons and recent MacBook trackpads. The Taptic Engine on Apple Watches are already extremely refined, and making these buttons solid-state could also help the watch be more water resistant.

Better battery life?

In the updated design, a larger-capacity battery (with better battery life) might fit. Or, maybe, the next Apple Watch will just be more efficient in using that battery. Part of that better battery life could theoretically come from new display tech: a Bloomberg report in the spring said Apple would be making its own MicroLED displays in future products. MicroLED tech seems to have benefits for wearables, making "slimmer, brighter, less power hungry" gadgets. Better battery life would be a welcome feature for a new Apple Watch: current Apple Watch models typically need daily charging.

A slimmer size, or the same?

The Apple Watch has had nearly the same look for three years: a bit bulbous, with rounded square edges. The changes in design reported so far don't clearly indicate how much thinner it would be, or even if the watch could get larger. Maybe, like iPhone design refreshes, the Apple Watch Series 4 will end up staying similar in size but gaining extra performance, battery and screen size.

13.06.2018.

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 leaks

Following the launch of Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+, the next flagship smartphone from Samsung - Galaxy Note 9 - has become the major point of speculation in the last few weeks. There have been several leaks and rumours before, and Galaxy Note fans are expecting some new features in the handset. One of the major changes in terms of design is expected to be a repositioned fingerprint scanner. Last week, design leaks of the Galaxy Note 9 had suggested the smartphone will not be much different than the Galaxy Note 8, save the fingerprint reader. Meanwhile, freshly leaked images of the screen protective case of the upcoming handset reaffirm a different position of the fingerprint scanner.

The new leak, coming from popular anonymous tipster Ice Universe, who took to Twitter to post the new images, claims that the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 will sport a horizontally-mounted fingerprint scanner on the back. The upcoming phablet will possibly have the horizontal camera module with the fingerprint sensor. It might come across as good news for most fans since the ergonomics in the previous variant were not praised by many. Interestingly, Samsung does not seem to have changed the size of the horizontal camera despite changing the position of the fingerprint scanner.

Coming to the other features spotted in the leak, there is a mysterious-looking space for a button near the bottom left edge of the Galaxy Note 9. Four other grooves seen in the protector case could be the Bixby shortcut, volume keys, and a power button. It is expected that Samsung may introduce a dedicated camera shutter key, but there is no information on its exact functionality. Notably, it is positioned way below the power button. We will have more information when Samsung officially announced the smartphone.

Apart from the displaced fingerprint sensor and the additional button, the leaked image of the Galaxy Note 9 case hints at quite a similar design to its predecessor, something that we have seen in leaked render images of the smartphone previously.

As for rumours and leaks in the past, the Galaxy Note 9 is expected to launch on August 9, and sport a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED Infinity Display with an 18.5:9 aspect ratio. Other specifications include a 4000mAh battery, Bixby 2.0, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845/ Exynos 9810 SoC, and Android 8.1 Oreo with Samsung Experience on top.

Apart from that, an in-display fingerprint sensor might make an appearance on the phablet although rumours also suggest Samsung might settle with a traditional rear-mounted one. The Galaxy Note 9 is said to measure 161.9x76.3x8.8mm that is slightly thicker than the Galaxy Note 8. Pricing and availability details might get clearer closer to launch which is expected sometime around July or August this year.

07.06.2018.

Apple iPhone screen repair

If you look closely at the image above, you can actually see that the iPhone X’s display stretches past the bottom of the phone and then actually curves around behind itself. Apple did this so that the display controller — the chip that allows a screen to actually display images — could be hidden behind the actual display instead of underneath it, as is the case with every other all-screen smartphone on the xafs.
Apple’s engineering here is nothing short of brilliant. It’s a remarkably elegant solution that allowed Apple to release an iPhone with a display design that is vastly superior to everything else on the xafs. You can be sure that Apple’s rivals are already hard at work copying this terrific design — surprising, we know — but for the time being, this is just one more way that the iPhone X is in a league of its own.
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07.05.2018.

The First Under Display Fingerprint Scanner Vivo X21 Launched Grobal Now

After launching it in China in March, Vivo is now introducing its X21 smartphone in international xafss. The smartphone is set to go on sale in Singapore via partnered retailers this month. The price of the Vivo X21 in Singapore is SGD 799 (roughly Rs. 39,900).

The Vivo X21 is set to go on sale at M1, StarHub and other retailer partners from May 5, reports The Straits Times. The big highlight of the Vivo X21 is its under display fingerprint scanner, which means users simply need to touch a circular on-screen fingerprint prompt to unlock their smartphone. Facial recognition is also available on the Vivo X21.

In China, the Vivo X21 was priced at CNY 2,898 (roughly Rs. 29,900) for the regular 64GB variant and CNY 3,198 (roughly Rs. 33,000) for the regular 128GB variant at launch. On the other hand, the special under display fingerprint sensor-equipped 128GB variant was priced at CNY 3,598 (roughly Rs. 37,100).

In terms of camera specifications, the X21 bears a vertical rear dual camera setup with a 12-megapixel primary sensor (f/1.8 aperture) and a 5-megapixel secondary sensor (f/2.4 aperture) with LED flash. On the front is an iPhone X-like notch that houses the 12-megapixel front camera which has features such as a f/2.0 aperture, IR fill light, 3D mapping, and Face Wake facial recognition. There is a 3200mAh battery, with fast charging support, under the hood.